Being With You: Lead Sheet / Fake Book
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Being With You: Lead Sheet / Fake Book

As performed by Smokey Robinson

Item: 35-DS00376678
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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 1
SKU: 35-DS00376678

More about this title

About the Artist: Smokey Robinson

Smokey Robinson stands as one of the most significant songwriters and performers in American popular music. His work as the lead voice of the Miracles and later as a solo artist shaped the sound of soul and pop music from the 1960s onward, blending R&B sensibilities with sophisticated pop songwriting that appealed across demographic lines.

For music educators, Robinson's catalog represents a masterclass in melody and lyrical storytelling. His compositions teach students how emotional directness and musical restraint can work together to create songs that endure; his arrangements demonstrate how to layer voices and instrumentation without sacrificing clarity or accessibility.

Why we love this

Being With You captures Robinson at his melodic peak, with a hook so natural it invites pianists and vocalists to explore how simplicity becomes sophistication when crafted by a master. The song's structure rewards students who dig into chord voicings and the interplay between sung melody and harmonic support, making it invaluable for understanding the architecture of enduring pop songs.

What to expect

Being With You radiates warmth and romantic certainty without sentimentality. The melody sits naturally in the voice, and the harmonic movement feels inevitable, creating a song that sounds effortless to perform even as it rewards careful listening and intentional phrasing.

Who it's for

Pianists and vocalists preparing for jazz standards repertoire or contemporary soul interpretations will find this lead sheet essential. Solo performers and student groups looking to expand their pop and soul offerings gain both a beloved classic and a model for how great songwriting functions at the keyboard.

How to get the most out of it

  • Shape the melody with subtle dynamic variation rather than driving it forward constantly; Robinson's delivery relies on restraint and conversational phrasing that lets the harmonic changes breathe.
  • Explore the left hand voicings thoughtfully. The sheet music will guide the basic harmony, but pianists gain by experimenting with inversions and extensions to match the sophistication of Robinson's original arrangement.
  • Balance vocal and instrumental weight. Whether performed as a solo vocal or as a full band arrangement, the keyboard should support rather than overshadow the lyrical content.

How to use it

Pair this with other Robinson standards for a Motown or soul-focused set, or program it as a bridge between classical song literature and contemporary music for students studying how harmony and melody interact. The single-page format makes it accessible for sight-reading practice or quick rehearsal additions.

Skills your students will build

  • Reading and interpreting lead sheet notation
  • Understanding voice-leading in popular song contexts
  • Phrasing and dynamics in melodic performance
  • Harmonic analysis through chord symbol recognition
  • Accompaniment texture and balance at the keyboard

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